Sign In / Sign Up

Downstairs @38

Apartment

38 5th Avenue

hotel
hotel

Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
14 mentions

Lovely to have nets around the bed - although it wasn’t a problem when we were t…

Such a cozy little flat and so comfortable

Great location
5 mentions

The area felt very safe and plenty of shops/cafes/restaurants in easy walking di…

Great location

Friendly staff
4 mentions

The host provides tea, coffee, the most scrumptious biscuits (I ate every one), …

Very warm welcome from the host and lots of recommendations for local eateries

Clean rooms
3 mentions

Modern and clean

It was extremely clean, quiet and the lady who came to give us the key was reall…

Breakfast available
1 mentions

To breakfast

Overview

Downstairs @38 is situated in the Walmer district of Port Elizabeth, 3.2 km from Walmer Country Club, 4.4 km from Port Elizabeth Golf Club and 6.7 km from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.6 km from Little Walmer Golf Club. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. The Boardwalk is 7.4 km from the apartment, while Sardinia Bay Golf Club is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 1 km from Downstairs @38.

Traveller reviews

L

Lilitha Akhona

couple

June 9, 2026

10

Loved every about the place

Everything

C

Caroline

solo_traveller

June 2, 2026

10

A delightful, comfortable and pretty place with everything one needs for a self-catering stay.

This is delightful, well stocked and well situated. The host provides tea, coffee, the most scrumptious biscuits (I ate every one), also cooking oil and vinegar, salt and pepper and even chocolates at the bedside. This must be the most comfortable bed I have ever stayed in away from home. The host was so friendly and kind when I stupidly lost the keys and needed her assistance rather urgently. She found them and was ready and waiting when I returned after a busy day. I would definitely book this anytime I go to Port Elizabeth again.

C

Cheryl

solo_traveller

May 22, 2026

10

Lovely place and Laura always so welcoming.

K

Kate

couple

April 20, 2026

9

A fabulous place to stay, can thoroughly recommend.

Can thoroughly recommend this apartment. The kitchen is really well provided and even has really handy touches of herbs, spices, oil, vinegar etc which is great when you are travelling and self catering. Lovely little flapjacks too to welcome you. Very warm welcome from the host and lots of recommendations for local eateries. The area felt very safe and plenty of shops/cafes/restaurants in easy walking distance. Lovely to have nets around the bed - although it wasn’t a problem when we were there, it was nice to feel well protected against any little biting things that may be about.

C

Cheryl

solo_traveller

April 12, 2026

10

The hospitality and warm welcome. Such a cozy little flat and so comfortable.

L

Lezaan

family_with_children

March 28, 2026

10

It felt like home away from home.

It had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. Great location.

A

amanda

couple

March 1, 2026

9

Short lovely stay in PE.

Large kitchen and seating area, separate from the bedroom. A washing machine was a bonus. Host was very nice and knowledgeable. Walking distance to quite a few nice restaurants. Felt safe and car was parked behind the gate.

D

Douse

solo_traveller

January 29, 2026

10

Everything

J

Jané

solo_traveller

January 4, 2026

8

Easy stay

Easy stay, fully equipped self-catering unit. Most beautiful bedding.

L

Lynette

couple

November 23, 2025

8

A lovely stay.

The accommodation is spacious & very well situated. I can recommend it, for sure.

M

Marguerite

couple

November 21, 2025

9

The property is in a quiet street and within walking distance of restaurants and coffee shops. It is very well equipped and has a lovely sunny outside seating area with Weber barbecue. The beds are comfortable, good quality linen and lovely bathroom. I can highly recommend this little gem.

F

Farai

couple

November 11, 2025

10

Modern and clean. Well equipped kitchen. Fantastic bed king size. Full tray of spices. So quiet.

D

Dylan

couple

October 28, 2025

10

We loved how beautiful and comfortable the accommodation was and how it felt like home

P

Phyllis

solo_traveller

October 26, 2025

10

We were very happy with the accommodation.

N/a. To breakfast. Location good for St George’s Hospital, restaurants And shops.

S

Sima

couple

October 19, 2025

9

Our go-to place for a nice, quiet weekend escape!

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Downstairs @38. It was our second visit, and we opted to extend our stay compared to our previous trip. The atmosphere is consistently wonderful. We certainly plan to return in the future.

B

Bryn

couple

October 10, 2025

10

Comy and value for money

Awesome place, great host and super comfy bed! Close to all nice places to eat. Very comfy over all

B

Brown

couple

October 6, 2025

10

I would come back anytime

Everything was extremely perfect!

K

Khaya

solo_traveller

September 24, 2025

10

This is a very lovely private place. I enjoyed my stay and definitely will sleep here again.

S

Sima

couple

September 14, 2025

10

My partner and I really loved the space. It was extremely clean, quiet and the lady who came to give us the key was really kind. It was a bit chilly but they also had a gas heater which was amazing. I can't find faults at all. I wish we had stayed longer.

J

Joy

couple

September 7, 2025

10

I had a really great stay

Everything! The house was just perfectly spacious, clean and beautiful

Facilities

General

Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Access to health care professionals

Services

Luggage storage

One-Bedroom Apartment

Featuring a private entrance, this apartment comprises a kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The apartment also provides guests with a barbecue. This apartment features a washing machine, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 50 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 21:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:39 AM

Price Watch

Email me price updates for Hotel Downstairs @38

Each day we'll check prices and send you an email for your selected dates at Downstairs @38.

If you don't have specific dates but would like to check prices for say next weekend or say next month we can check the price too.

Enter your name
Enter your email

Write Review

Share your experience with other travellers.
Hotel Ratings (Click to select a rating)
Service
Rooms
Location
Loading...